MR Nautilus modding help

[Darkside]

Im starting the mod of my MR nautilus

but i have some questions to the specialists out there

is there some kind of interior or crew in the right scale available?

what are the changes you would do?

thanks

 

[Ghost Host]

Im starting the mod of my MR nautilus

but i have some questions to the specialists out there

is there some kind of interior or crew in the right scale available?

what are the changes you would do?

thanks

IF I were to mod one, I would open up the windows in Nemo's parlor and add the interior. ...and some lighting...

 

[modeleers]

Before - venturing inside the MR Nautilus they're are some details outside that deserve some attenion. The Skiff, Prop & Spiral Speed Indicator. Visit the Vulcania Volunteer VVebpage to learn more about them.
(the 1st linc - attached to my signature/use the lights to navigate to 'models')

Our own 1/72 Nautilus aka N-72 (with optional interior, figures & Giant Squid) is in the works.

 

[division 6]

IIRC the scale is 1/96.
I have one of Scott's 31" that is the same as the MR.
HO scale or 1/72 figures look fine and will fit the interior.

There have been aftermarket parts for the kit version including laser cut wood flooring for the bridge.

I haven't been over to the Nautilus Sub forum in quite a while so I have no idea if anything else has been offered.

I would love to get some photo etched stairs for both the bridge and the 2 access hatches if anyone ever offered them.

 

[SD Studios]

The MR model is 1/69th scale, IIRC.

I found a 1/72nd Nazi Sub crew figures set by Revell.

Not the PERFECT size, but pretty darn close. worked for me...

Some of the little dudes have sculpted clothing that is very close to the Nautilus crew. I recommend using those and you can just tweak them to match if you feel the need.

 

[SD Studios]

Wow! we posted the same info at the exact same time.

Cool.

HO scale is 1/87. Too small for this.

 

[Darkside]

great tips so far

where could i get some interior stuff?
and some tipps on the figure or the base for them would be great too.

 

[division 6]

There are tons of 1/72 U Boat crew available even though Revell recently discontinued producing the Boat itself.
Try Squadron, Tower Hobbies, Mega Hobby.

 

[modeleers]

Re: Interior - Here are some images of the Salon Settee (sofa)
& other Nautilus Interior details that I'm working on.
And while most all of them are in fact in 1/35th scale
(with the single exception being the accurate Exterior Salon Iris Insert in 1/72nd) -
all of these are going to eventually be scaned & grown in
1/48th & in 1/72nd scales respectively.

the actual Settee prop (shown for comparison)

Salon Fountain in 1/35th scale approx 1 & 3/8" tall

Fountain (close-up)

And some images of other Salon Interior Details (also 1/35th)

Accurate 'Exterior' Salon Iris insert in 1/72 scale
(& fits Any Nautilus close to that scale)

Giant Squid in 1/35th scale (or 1/32nd)

Ottoman

Balast pipe & Ottoman

And my latest - a Hero Ram in - 1/35th - (which coincidently fits the 66" Perfectly!)
thanx to Will B. for accuarate data & images of actual Nautilus 11 ftr Hero Ram

 

[Darkside]

all great pieces

but i think they will take some time to finsih could you send me the details to the iris and maybe other stuff which is out there

 

[Firefoxm31]

Also, in the mods for exterior, get those rakers that Mikel sells, they are fantastic and will totally transform the look of this boat.. Mikel, awesome interior stuff and ram/ram bulb..Bravo

Cheers,
Will

 

[modeleers]

all great pieces

but i think they will take some time to finsih could you send me the details to the iris and maybe other stuff which is out there

Re: 'Time to finish' - you are going to spend a Lot of time opening the MR model (it isn't easy!!!) -
so both of us will have some extra time...

Re: my details;
Write me - here's my Eddress: panotraguis@comcast.net

 

[modeleers]

...awesome interior stuff and ram/ram bulb..Bravo
Cheers,
Will

Will, I was re-editing my post in recognition of your contribution
just as you chimed in.
It's only because of the factual data that Will B., Rich A. & David McCamant provided me
that I am able to get as close as I do - to Real!
Thanx Gentlemen!!!

 

[modeleers]

Darkside, I'm having trouble with my Email Reply so - if you permit me, I will reply here.
I have had numerous inquiries about my 1/35th Settee (couch / sofa) -
to be made into 72nd & 48th replicas, so this coming week -
I will inquire about scanning my 1/35 Settee so I can make small-replicas.

 

[Darkside]

sounds great

and thank you for the work in these.

and guys how would you start and do the interior on the MR?

open both iris windows? and ...

regards and thanks

 

[modeleers]

DS, This will be going into rubber-molds & cast in - approx. 2 weeks...

Accurate 'Exterior' Salon Iris insert in 1/72 scale
& it fits Any Nautilus close to that scale!

 

[Darkside]

sounds good.

any tips or figures in the works?

 

[modeleers]

This project got away from me but is back in the loop! The pattern was completely reworked & features both types of Iris design on the same 2-sided part. A even more accurate interior pattern on one side & on the other side - the correct Exterior Iris pattern.

Accurate 'Exterior' Salon Iris insert in 1/72 scale
& it fits Any Nautilus close to that scale!

 

[modeleers]

ooops double post my bad

 

[Darkside]

im still looking for some good figures of the crew or adventures

anybody with an good idea?